Practical answers about American Mahjong products, tiles, cards, play and custom projects.
American Mahjong Basics
What makes an American Mahjong set different?
American sets commonly include 152 or more tiles, jokers, flowers, Arabic numbers and English suit labels, plus racks and pushers.
How many tiles are in a WillowTile set?
Product configurations vary, but many WillowTile project options use a 160-tile American Mahjong configuration.
What are Dots, Bams and Craks?
They are the three numbered suits. Each runs from one through nine and normally includes four of each tile.
What are jokers used for?
Jokers may substitute within certain combinations. Their use is governed by the current card and applicable rules.
Why do players need a current card?
The card lists valid hands for the current season or year. Cards from different organizations may use different rules and hands.
What is the Charleston?
The Charleston is a structured tile-passing sequence completed before regular draw-and-discard play begins.
Can two or three people play?
American Mahjong is designed primarily for four players, though some groups use adapted rules for fewer players.
Products and Custom Projects
What tile sizes are available?
WillowTile offers travel, standard and large formats depending on the product and project requirements.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Custom production starts at 100 sets. Final MOQ depends on artwork, packaging, accessories and production specifications.
Can I request a sample?
Yes. Existing samples, logo samples, packaging prototypes, custom prototypes and pre-production samples may be available depending on the project.
Can tile artwork and colors be changed?
Yes. Available customization may include tile colors, backs, artwork, logos and identification details, subject to feasibility review.
Can packaging and accessories be customized?
Options may include branded boxes, sleeves, inserts, bags, racks, pushers, dice and other coordinated accessories.
How long does custom production take?
Timing depends on quantity, artwork, sampling, materials and packaging. A project timeline is provided after review.
Do you support U.S. delivery?
Yes. Shipping options are evaluated according to quantity, packaging dimensions, destination and required delivery schedule.
How do I start a project?
Use the unified project form to share the product, quantity, customization and destination you are considering.